The Emerging Leaders Grant from the AORN Foundation supports perioperative nurses in developing leadership skills and professional networks for improved surgical care.
Funder: AORN Foundation
Due Dates: September 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Amount not specified; typically supports professional development for perioperative nurse leaders.
Summary: Supports perioperative nurses aspiring to or entering their first leadership roles to build essential leadership skills and connections.
The Emerging Leaders Grant, offered by the AORN Foundation, is designed to empower perioperative nurses who are either aspiring to leadership positions or have recently begun their first leadership role. The grant focuses on fostering the development of leadership skills and professional networks necessary for effective perioperative leadership, with the ultimate goal of ensuring safe and high-quality patient care in surgical settings. This funding opportunity is part of the Foundation’s broader mission to advance perioperative nursing through professional development and education.